In the bustling heart of Lagos, Energize Music has established its new headquarters, a dynamic hub brimming with creativity and innovation. This state-of-the-art studio and creative center symbolizes the label’s ambitious vision to become a dominant force in the global music industry. Beyond being a record label, Energize Music is a multimedia powerhouse, with ventures spanning TV, film, podcasts, gaming, and social media.
CEO and founder Tochukwu Macfoy, also known as Dr. FOY, embodies this vision, proclaiming, “This is the label of the future.”
A pivotal milestone for Energize Music is its strategic partnership with Orchard, a subsidiary of Sony Music. This collaboration significantly amplifies the label’s distribution capabilities, allowing it to reach a worldwide audience. Excel Joab, Head of Music, emphasizes, “The quality of music must be excellent,” a standard that guides every aspect of the label’s artist development and production processes.
Based in Victoria Island, Lagos, Energize Music taps into Nigeria’s rich musical heritage while expanding its global influence. Artists like TY Bello and Greatman Takit are making waves on international charts, from Lagos to London and São Paulo. Their success demonstrates the label’s ability to transcend cultural and linguistic barriers, delivering messages of hope and empowerment to a diverse audience.
Teniola Akanni, Head of Legal and Admin, ensures the company’s foundation is strong, promoting sustainable growth. Emmanuel Abadi, Head of Tech and Products, believes technology is crucial to the label’s future. “We are leveraging technology to stay ahead and bring our artists’ visions to life,” he affirms.
Lanre Masha, Director of African Operations for Orchard, expresses enthusiasm for the new partnership: “I’m excited for this venture between Energize and Orchard. They’ve done amazing work in the Christian music space, and I’m particularly excited about what they’re accomplishing with clean family music.”
Looking ahead, Energize Music remains focused on its mission: to inspire, uplift, and energize through music that transcends boundaries. With a talented roster and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Energize Music is poised to redefine the future of family and gospel music, one song at a time.
Seunmanuel Faleye is a brand and communications strategist. He is a covert writer and an overt creative head. He publishes Apple’s Bite International Magazine.
